Topic:"Performance Monitoring" in M07543

3.3 PERFORMANCE METRICS

AI summary The section outlines performance metrics for the regulatory proceeding, though no specific details or data are provided in the text. Key entities involved include Nova Scotia Power, the Utility and Regulatory Board, and Demand Side Management programs.

3.3.1 DEFINITIONS To provide clarity, the following definitions are used: 2 Performance Metric: A quantifiable measure that is used to track and assess the status of a specific achievement. Performance Indicators: A set of particular perfo...

AI summary The section defines key terms related to performance management in regulatory proceedings. It outlines Performance Metrics, Indicators, Targets, and Thresholds, emphasizing their role in tracking progress and compliance with UARB-approved standards. These definitions aim to clarify accountability and measurement criteria within the regulatory framework.

Performance Targets and Thresholds 3 - i. Performance Targets apply to the period of the UARB-approved Supply Agreement with NS Power, rather than annually; - ii. EfficiencyOne is deemed to be in substantial compliance with the UARBapprove...

AI summary Performance Targets under the UARB-approved Supply Agreement with NSP apply to the agreement period, not annually. EfficiencyOne must achieve at least 90% of each target; otherwise, a regulatory process is triggered.

Performance Targets consist of: 4 24 May 2016 3 EfficiencyOne, Evidence, In the Matter of the Public Utilities Act and in the Matter of an Application for Approval of the 2016-2018 Supply Agreement for EE&CA , (27 Feb. 2016), at p 46. 3 M0...

AI summary The document outlines performance targets under a regulatory proceeding, including cumulative annual energy and peak demand savings. It references a 2016-2018 supply agreement between EfficiencyOne and Nova Scotia Power (NSP), approved by the Utility and Regulatory Board (UARB) via Order M06733. Key topics include demand-side management and energy efficiency programs.

Performance Indicators consist of: 5 - i. Annual incremental energy savings (reported by program and rate class); - ii. Cumulative annual energy savings (reported by program and rate class); - iii. Lifetime savings (reported by program and...

AI summary The document outlines ten performance indicators for evaluating program effectiveness, including energy and peak demand savings, ratepayer benefits, spending, customer satisfaction, rate impact analysis, and low-income program metrics. Reporting requirements include annual and cumulative data, geographic census-based estimates, and annual filings by EfficiencyOne.

5.3 QUARTERLY REPORTS ENS will file quarterly reports with the UARB for quarters one through three of each year. The reports will provide quarterly status updates and service highlights, as well as communicate course adjustments within the...

AI summary ENS is required to submit quarterly reports to the UARB, detailing updates, service highlights, and adjustments to the approved DSM Resource Plan for the first three quarters of each year.

3) PERFORMAN CE TARG ETS , INDICATORS AND THRESHOLDS - a) The parties agree to the following Performance Targets and Performance Indicators: - i) Performance Targets are set over the three-year contract period, rather than annually. - ii)...

AI summary Parties agree to three-year performance targets for cumulative energy and peak demand savings, with 90% compliance required to avoid regulatory action. Indicators include annual savings, lifetime benefits, and customer satisfaction. EfficiencyOne must report by program and rate class, with specific rate impact analyses and low-income participation metrics.

5) EVALUATION AND REPORTlNG - a) The Parties support EfficiencyOne's proposal for annual program impact evaluations and process evaluations at the organizational level with program process evaluations if required. EfficiencyOne will provid...

AI summary Parties support EfficiencyOne's proposal for annual program evaluations and impact reporting. EfficiencyOne will provide performance reports, explain substantial changes (≥25% variance), avoid rate-class impacts via cost allocation, and notify mid-course adjustments. Reporting timelines and contents are subject to Board revisions.

1 0) NS POWER'S CHARlTABLE CONTRIBUTION - a) The parties encourage Nova Scotia Power to provide the evaluated results of its low income program to the Board and to stakeholders on an annual basis and to coordinate administration and evalua...

AI summary The parties request NS Power to annually report on its low-income program's results and coordinate with EfficiencyOne. They also agree that DSM activities from NS Power's charitable contribution will not impact EfficiencyOne's performance targets.

Performance Targets and Thresholds[10](#page-22-1) - i. Performance Targets apply to the period of the UARB-approved Supply Agreement with NS Power, rather than annually; - ii. EfficiencyOne is deemed to be in substantial compliance with t...

AI summary Performance Targets apply to the UARB-approved Supply Agreement period, not annually. EfficiencyOne achieves substantial compliance if 90% or more of targets are met; below 90% triggers a regulatory process. References include a 2015 NSUARB Order and a 2016 supply agreement approval.

Performance Targets consist of:[11](#page-23-0) - i. Cumulative annual energy savings; - ii. Cumulative annual peak demand savings.

AI summary The document outlines two performance targets: cumulative annual energy savings and cumulative annual peak demand savings. These metrics are likely part of a regulatory framework for energy management in Nova Scotia, though specific programs or entities responsible are not detailed in the provided text.

Performance Indicators consist of:[12](#page-23-1) - i. Annual incremental energy savings (reported by program and rate class); - ii. Cumulative annual energy savings (reported by program and rate class); - iii. Lifetime savings (reported...

AI summary The document outlines performance indicators for demand-side management (DSM) programs, including energy and peak demand savings, ratepayer benefits, customer satisfaction, and low-income program reporting. EfficiencyOne is required to submit annual rate impact analyses by October 31, with data aggregated by program and rate class.

4.5.3 QUARTERLY REPORTS ENS will file quarterly reports with the UARB for quarters one through three of each year. The reports will provide quarterly status updates and service highlights, as well as communicate course adjustments within t...

AI summary ENS is required to submit quarterly reports to the UARB, detailing updates and adjustments related to the approved DSM Resource Plan.

3) PERFORMAN CE TARG ETS , INDICATORS AND THRESHOLDS - a) The parties agree to the following Performance Targets and Performance Indicators: - i) Performance Targets are set over the three-year contract period, rather than annually. - ii)...

AI summary Parties agree to three-year performance targets for EfficiencyOne, requiring 90% achievement on cumulative energy and peak demand savings. Non-compliance triggers regulatory review. Indicators include annual savings, lifetime benefits, and customer satisfaction, with reporting by program and rate class. Historical rate impact analysis and low-income participation metrics are required.

Filing has historically triggered a regulatory process. Year Report/ Process Filing Timeframe Inclusions 2015 Annual Progress Report End of March • Summary of 2015 context, activities and milestones achieved • 2015 investment by rate class...

AI summary The document outlines the historical regulatory process triggered by filings, including annual progress reports, evaluation reports, and financial statements. These filings provide summaries of activities, investments, performance targets, and program evaluations, with specific timelines and inclusions for each report.

3) EFFICIENCY0NE PERFORMANCE TARGETS a) EfficiencyOne's cumulative energy and demand savings targets shall be 405.9 GWh and 62.5 MW respectively, as set out in EfficiencyOne's 2016-2018 DSM Resource Plan filing.

AI summary EfficiencyOne's cumulative energy and demand savings targets are set at 405.9 GWh and 62.5 MW, respectively, as outlined in their 2016-2018 DSM Resource Plan filing. These targets form part of the regulatory proceeding related to performance metrics.

1 0) NS POWER'S CHARlTABLE CONTRIBUTION - a) The parties encourage Nova Scotia Power to provide the evaluated results of its low income program to the Board and to stakeholders on an annual basis and to coordinate administration and evalua...

AI summary The parties urge NS Power to annually report on its low-income program results and coordinate with EfficiencyOne. They also agree that DSM activities from NS Power's charitable contributions won't affect EfficiencyOne's performance targets.

Appendix 1 Standardized Filing Framework ITEM DESCRIPTION 4.2 Program Level Energy Savings and Investment A summary of program-level savings and investment for the upcoming period. Reference to benchmarks of plans from other jurisdictions...

AI summary The appendix outlines the standardized filing framework for program-level energy savings and investment, program descriptions, and the development of the upcoming period's DSM Resource Plan. It includes details on metrics, evaluation, and reporting requirements.

4.3.3 PERFORMANCE METRICS

AI summary The section '4.3.3 PERFORMANCE METRICS' is part of a Nova Scotia regulatory proceeding document. No specific content or details about performance metrics are provided in the given text, though the context includes relevant acronyms and entities involved in the proceeding.

Performance Targets and Thresholds[10](#page-22-1) - i. Performance Targets apply to the period of the UARB-approved Supply Agreement with NS Power, rather than annually; - ii. EfficiencyOne is deemed to be in substantial compliance with t...

AI summary Performance Targets under the UARB-approved Supply Agreement with NSP apply over the agreement's term, not annually. EfficiencyOne achieves compliance if 90% or more of targets are met; otherwise, a regulatory process is triggered. References include M06733 (NSUARB Order) and a 2016 supply agreement application.

Performance Indicators consist of:[12](#page-23-1) - i. Annual incremental energy savings (reported by program and rate class); - ii. Cumulative annual energy savings (reported by program and rate class); - iii. Lifetime savings (reported...

AI summary Nova Scotia Power Inc. (NSP) is required to report ten performance indicators related to energy savings, demand reduction, ratepayer benefits, and program effectiveness. These include annual and cumulative energy/peak demand savings, lifetime savings, spending, customer satisfaction, rate impact analysis, and low-income program metrics, with specific reporting deadlines and methodologies.

4.5.3 QUARTERLY REPORTS ENS will file quarterly reports with the UARB for quarters one through three of each year. The reports will provide quarterly status updates and service highlights, as well as communicate course adjustments within t...

AI summary ENS is required to submit quarterly reports to the UARB, detailing updates and adjustments to the approved DSM Resource Plan. Reports cover service highlights and course corrections within the current DSM plan.

3) PERFORMAN CE TARG ETS , INDICATORS AND THRESHOLDS - a) The parties agree to the following Performance Targets and Performance Indicators: - i) Performance Targets are set over the three-year contract period, rather than annually. - ii)...

AI summary Parties agree on three-year performance targets and indicators for EfficiencyOne, including cumulative energy and peak demand savings. Compliance requires 90% achievement on two targets; otherwise, a regulatory process is triggered. Metrics include annual savings, customer satisfaction, and rate impact analysis.

1 0) NS POWER'S CHARlTABLE CONTRIBUTION - a) The parties encourage Nova Scotia Power to provide the evaluated results of its low income program to the Board and to stakeholders on an annual basis and to coordinate administration and evalua...

AI summary Parties urge NS Power to annually report low-income program results to the Board and stakeholders, coordinating with EfficiencyOne. They agree DSM activities from NS Power's charitable contribution will not affect EfficiencyOne's performance targets.